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AI-powered Safe Work Method Statement for crane and rigging work. $9.99 per SWMS.

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QuickSWMS generates compliant Safe Work Method Statements for crane operators, dogmen, and riggers. Crane lifts involve powered mobile plant, working near energised powerlines, and the potential for catastrophic consequences if anything goes wrong. Our AI produces a crane-specific SWMS with lift planning, exclusion zones, and operator licensing requirements for $9.99.

Why crane operators need a SWMS

Crane operations involve HRCW Category 3 (powered mobile plant) and often Category 13 (work near energised electrical installations). Crane operators, dogmen, and riggers also require specific High-Risk Work Licences. A crane SWMS documents the lift plan, ground conditions, load calculations, exclusion zones, and licensed personnel on site.

HRCW categories that apply

Under Australian WHS Regulations, these high-risk construction work categories commonly apply to crane operators:

  • HRCWWork in an area with movement of powered mobile plant
  • HRCWWork on or near energised electrical installations or services
  • HRCWRisk of a person falling more than 2 metres

Common hazards in crane work

Every crane operator SWMS generated by QuickSWMS identifies and addresses these specific hazards (and more, based on your job details):

Crane tipping or structural failure
Contact with overhead powerlines
Dropped loads causing struck-by injuries
Ground collapse under crane outriggers
Struck by swinging loads
Crush injuries from load movement
Wind affecting load control
Rigging equipment failure

Control measures we include

Your crane operator SWMS will document specific control measures following the hierarchy of controls:

Engineered lift plan for all lifts near capacity or complex rigging
Minimum 6.4m clearance from powerlines (or approved isolation)
Ground bearing capacity verified - outrigger mats rated for load
Exclusion zones around swing radius and under load path
Licensed crane operator (C6/CN/CB as appropriate)
Licensed dogman (DG) and rigger (RB/RI/RA) on site
Daily pre-start inspection documented
Wind stop-work criteria based on crane chart

Australian Standards referenced

Every SWMS for crane operators references the relevant AS/NZS standards:

AS 2550.1 - Cranes, hoists and winches - General requirements
AS 2550.5 - Mobile cranes
AS 1418.1 - Cranes, hoists and winches - General requirements
AS 4991 - Lifting devices

Example crane activities

QuickSWMS handles SWMS for all these crane operator activities and more:

Tilt-up panel placement
Structural steel lift and installation
Precast concrete lift
Air conditioning unit placement on roof
Material hoisting to upper levels
Demolition material removal
Equipment installation and removal

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Frequently asked questions

Do all crane lifts need a SWMS?

Yes. Crane operations are HRCW under Australian WHS Regulations — powered mobile plant is Category 3, and cranes frequently also trigger Categories 1 (falls) and 13 (electrical). A SWMS is mandatory for all crane work before it starts.

What licences are needed for a crane SWMS?

The operator needs a High-Risk Work Licence appropriate to the crane class (C6 for cranes to 20t, CN/CB for larger). Dogmen need a DG licence, and riggers need RB/RI/RA depending on complexity. A crane SWMS should document the licence class and number of each person involved in the lift.

SWMS for other trades

QuickSWMS generates compliant Safe Work Method Statements for every Australian trade. Pick yours:

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TILING
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DEMOLITION
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HVAC
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FENCING
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Crane SWMS for your state

Every state has different WHS legislation. QuickSWMS applies the correct one automatically — including Victoria's OHS Act 2004.